Networking Opportunities
We facilitate networking opportunities to bring staff and volunteers from across the sector together to support one another and share experiences.
Our Networking events are free to both members and non-members of Befriending Networks. They are a chance to come together to discuss a set theme, engage with others working in the sector, and gain support and insight from our staff team. We encourage members to co-deliver networking events with us, providing insight and expertise into various areas of befriending delivery. Interested in getting involved?
The Leaders and Managers Network is exclusive to Befriending Networks members and is facilitated monthly by our CEO. These informal lunchtime sessions are supportive opportunities to discuss all things surrounding the leadership and management of befriending services. Regular attendance at these sessions is an excellent way to build up your connections and collaborate with leaders and managers within the sector.
Making the Most of Membership
New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an existing member looking for a refresher on the benefits of being part of our network? Either way, this session is for you.
Our short Making the Most of Membership sessions are designed to cover everything you need to know about our organisation and to assist you in finding the information you need for your project. They’re also an opportunity for those considering membership to gain an understanding of what we have to offer.
Great to reconnect with friends from Befriending Networks and fellow organisations across the UK during their insightful networking sessions. These sessions are just one of the invaluable resources empowering organisations delivering vital befriending services nationwide.
If you want to learn more about maximising membership, have questions for our Membership Team, or just want to refresh your knowledge, come to our next session – we look forward to seeing you there!
Browse upcoming networking opportunities below.
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Networking: Motivating Volunteers to Report Impact
Monday, 9 September 2024
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)Join Befriending Networks to discuss possible solutions to the common barriers to collecting data and impact reporting.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Case Studies & Media Engagement
Wednesday, 18 September 2024
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Join our CEO Susan for the September Leaders and Managers Network where she’ll be facilitating a discussion on how to…
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Making the Most of Membership
Tuesday, 24 September 2024
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Networking: Moving from Telephone to Face-to-Face Befriending Services
Tuesday, 1 October 2024
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)In this session we will discuss with questions and answers how services transition from telephone services to face to face…
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Leaders and Managers Network: Funding – Grassroots Fundraising, Crowdfunding and Donors
Monday, 21 October 2024
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Join our CEO Susan for the October Leaders and Managers Network where she’ll be facilitating a discussion on funding, including…
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Introduction to Befriending Networks
Wednesday, 23 October 2024
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)If you are interested in becoming a member, or would just like to find out more about who we are…
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Networking: Befriending Children and Young People
Wednesday, 13 November 2024
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Join Befriending Networks for our Networking session on Children & Young People Befriending Projects.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Join our CEO Susan for the November Leaders and Managers Network where she’ll be facilitating a discussion on strategic partnerships…
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Making the Most of Membership
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
14:30 – 15:30 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Networking: Disability Focus in Befriending
Wednesday, 27 November 2024
11:00 – 12:00 (GMT)This informal networking session is aimed at supporting befriending projects working with Disabled people.
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Introduction to Befriending Networks
Tuesday, 3 December 2024
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)If you are interested in becoming a member, or would just like to find out more about who we are…
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Leaders and Managers Network: Reflections on the Year
Monday, 16 December 2024
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Join our CEO Susan for the December Leaders and Managers Network to reflect on the achievements and challenges of the…
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